Groepsportret van de Engelse koning Edward VII en zijn gezin in kilt 1880 - 1890

This is an undated photograph of the English King Edward VII and his family in kilts, made by an anonymous photographer. The composition centres on a symmetrical arrangement of figures, posed against a textured backdrop of foliage and a rustic door. Notice the way the photographer has used light to gently model the faces and clothing, creating a soft, sepia-toned image that emphasizes the textures of the tweed and tartan. The framing, with its rounded top, adds a formal quality, contrasting with the informality suggested by the family's attire and relaxed poses. Semiologically, the kilts speak to a constructed identity, perhaps intended to emphasize a connection to tradition and the Scottish Highlands. The symmetry and the formal composition create a structured representation of royal identity, hinting at the complexities of representation and the performance of power. The photograph invites us to consider how identity is both constructed and conveyed through visual signs.